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Eggs
By Maureen Callahan, M.S., R.D., Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr
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Eggs

Long maligned for their cholesterol, eggs are in the spotlight these days as potential disease fighters. Studies find antioxidants and nutrients in the yolk can do everything from battle serious eye disease to improve neurological health. Plus, a recent report finds that eating one egg per day contributes less than one percent risk for heart disease, far less than the real damage doers: smoking, obesity, and inactivity.



What they offer you: High quality protein and over 12 nutrients packed into an antioxidant-rich 74 calorie package.

Recipe:  Poached Eggs with Buttery Multigrain Toast

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